Mark Andrew Smith
1988 - 2025
Peacefully on 30th January 2025 following a short illness bravely borne at the Marie Curie Hospice, Mark aged 36 years of Bierley, Much loved husband of Hayley, loving and adored dad of Rocco & Felicity, cherished son of John and his wife Tracy, a special brother, son in law, nephew, uncle, cousin and great friend to many.
The service to celebrate his life will be held at Shay Grange Crematorium, Long Lane, Bradford, BD9 6ST on Friday 28th February at 12:45 pm, please arrive around 12:35 pm and also if you wish stand at the bottom of the main carpark, but keep the coach bays clear, as you’ll be able to see Mark’s cortege vehicles on arrive as they will be coming into the main car park not down the usual lane where the funeral cortege usually goes.
At Mark’s has request the only flowers he will have are from his family. But a donation box will be available at the service and also at the wake, all donations will be given to the Marie Curie Hospice in Bradford on Marks request. 💙
After the service, everyone is invited to carry on the celebration of Mark’s life at Birkenshaw Liberal Club, Croft St, Birkenshaw, BD11 2HT
Mark also requested for people to be smart dressed.
Any enquiries to Gateway Funeral Services, Birkenshaw, Tel: 01274 653115
2 memories for Mark Andrew Smith
Mark, You are one of the most genuine, kind, caring and honest people I have ever met. This is backed up by kind words that Maxwell has for you on a regular basis. My time as a friend with you was far too short, I only wish I could have known you longer. Your dry and direct sense of humour was one that sat well with me and provided me with hours of smiles and laughs. (and sometimes wondering if you were actually being serious) I thank you for being the only person to call me a “Melt” it was a new saying to me and one that I will use going forward and one that will provide memories of you. Myself, Jo and Maxwell will always think of you and remember the things you helped us with and how kind you were. Be proud my friend of the lovely family you have and the wonderful children you have raised. You will be missed by all. Rest easy pal.
Mark was a lovely guy. Unfortunately I will be unable to attend but I hope everything goes as well as possible.